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  • Gen. Mike Holmes, Air Combat Command commander, hangs the Gallant Unit Citation streamer, March 14, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. When deployed, the 74th FS becomes the 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS), whose mission is to provide close air support, air interdiction and combat search and rescue to facilitate Operation INHERENT RESOLVE objectives. The 74th EFS distinguished itself by extraordinary heroism while engaged in conflict with an opposing force from July 15, 2017, to Jan. 15, 2018. During this time, the 74th EFS flew over 1,600 sorties and 10,000 hours in support of the operation, striking nearly 2,500 targets and killing 3,100 Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) fighters. Upon the 74th EFS departure, the United States declared ISIS defeated in Syria and Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Taryn Butler)

    THUNDER: 74th EFS receives Gallant Unit Citation

    The Air Force awarded the Gallant Unit Citation (GUC) to the 74th Fighter Squadron (FS) during a ceremony, March 14, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Gen. Mike Holmes, commander of Air Combat Command, presented Airmen from the 74th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron (EFS) with the GUC for the unit’s heroic efforts while deployed in support of Operation INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR). “The Gallant Unit Citation is the second highest honor that can be bestowed on an Air Force unit,” said Holmes. “How many … have lived up to that since we created it? You’re the fifth one – it’s quite an award and it’s something you can be really proud of as a team.”
  • Family of the late Mr. W. Parker Greene and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein, right, listen to remarks during a Celebration of Life ceremony honoring Mr. Greene, March 14, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Greene, a steadfast Air Force advocate and one of the most influential military civic leaders passed away Dec. 18, 2018. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Andrea Jenkins)

    Moody celebrates life of Parker Greene

    It’s a rare quiet morning on Moody Air Force Base. A crowd begins to amass in a hangar with their heads held high and smiling as they greet one another, but mourning the loss of the most influential civic leader and advocate Moody, and many argue the Air Force, has ever had. The crowd was made up of nearly 1,000 guests who have been personally impacted by a Southern Georgia legend. Air Force leaders past and present to include Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and commander of Air Combat Command Gen. Mike Holmes, Team Moody and the South Georgia community gathered for the W. Parker Greene Celebration of Life ceremony, March 14, 2019, Moody Air Force Base, Ga.
  • Staff Sgt. Daniel Kealy, 23d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, wins Chief Master Sgt. Thomas N. Barnes Crew Chief of the Year, March 8, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Maintenance Professional of the Year (MPOY) is a long-running tradition in the maintenance career field. MPOY is a ceremony that highlights that year's top performing Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hayden Legg)

    MPOY 2019

  • Maj. Michael Wetlesen, far right, 822d Base Defense Squadron commander, prepares Airmen for Scorpion Stakes, Feb. 20, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The two-day competition includes 18 stations such as a ruck, litter carry, simulated hostage rescue and vehicle search. The event has 18 four-Airman teams who are competing for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place by getting the highest score at the 18 different stations. Scorpion Stakes challenges Airmen on their career training and knowledge while having to physically and mentally overcoming obstacles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Taryn Butler)

    822d BDS Airmen face-off in Scorpion Stakes

    Airmen assigned to the 822d Base Defense Squadron (BDS) went head-to-head in Scorpion Stakes, a two-day competition filled with events that test each Airman’s proficiency in thier necessary career skills, Feb. 20-21, here. Scorpion Stakes challenges Airmen on their career training and knowledge while physically overcoming obstacles such as a ruck, litter carry, simulated hostage rescue, vehicle search and more. The Airmen also have to take several written exams to test them mentally.
  • World War II bomber pilot visits 15th ASOS

    WWII pilot shares wisdom with Airmen

    Airman 1st Class Alejandro Martinez, 18th Weather Squadron weather forecaster, explains his career field to World War II Bomber Pilot Paul Grassey (right) at Fort Stewart, Ga., March 1, 2019. Grassey, accompanied by other members of the Eighth Air Force Historical Society, spoke to the 15th Air Support Operations Squadron about his experiences
  • Cosplayers pose for a photo during Cub Con II, a multi-genre entertainment convention, Feb. 23, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. At the convention, guests were able to participate in board and card games, a video game tournament and a “Star Wars” panel. The event served as an opportunity to give Team Moody a chance to experience the anime and comic book culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Erick Requadt)

    Cub Con II gathers big showing

    Cub Con II was an event for Team Moody to experience the anime and comic book culture. Guest were able to participate in board and card games, a video gaem tournament, a cosplay contest and much more!
  • Members of the 23d Aerospace Medical Squadron dental clinic speak with children from the Child Development Center about the importance of dental hygiene for National Children's Dental Health Month, Feb. 22, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated professionals, healthcare providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Andrea Jenkins)

    National Children's Dental Health Month

    To celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month, the 23rd Aerospace Medical Squadron's Dental Clinic visited the Child Development Center to teach the children proper dental hygiene!
  • Anyone interested in submitting their Spark Tank idea may send it directly to 23wg.moodyafb.sparktank@us.af.mil, along with a PowerPoint, video or multimedia presentation, with the deadline being March 28th.

    Spark Tank inspires brighter tomorrow through innovation

    Moody Airmen will have the opportunity to pitch their innovative ideas before a panel of 23d Wing and community leaders during the base’s second annual Air Force’s Spark Tank competition, May 3, 2019, here.A spin-off to the popular business venture show, Airmen will be able to present their ideas that will cost-effectively modernize the mission and
  • Maj. Daniel Land, 23d Security Forces Squadron (SFS) commander, poses for a photo with Staff Sgt. Lyndsay Gebhart, 23d SFS military working dog handler, after presenting military working dog ZIPPO with a Meritorious Service Award during a retirement ceremony, Feb. 21, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. ZIPPO was assigned to the 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fl. in Nov. 2011, as a patrol/explosive dog. During his eight years on active duty, he’s deployed to Saudi Arabia twice and supported four United States Secret Service missions where he provided security for the President and Vice President of the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Janiqua P. Robinson)

    Military working dog ZIPPO retires

    The 23d Security Forces Squadron celebrated the retirement of military working dog  ZIPPO, Feb. 21, 2019, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. ZIPPO was assigned to the 325th Security Forces Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fl. in Nov. 2011, as a patrol/explosive dog. He was recently housed at Moody because of the damage to the
  • Team Moody readies, cares for families

    Team Moody readies, cares for families

    Moody spouses and families may not have sworn an oath in service to this country, but they carry a burden and make sacrifices daily.As a thank you, the Airmen and Family Readiness Center held a free dinner for the spouses of deployed members at the Georgia Pines Dining Facility, here, Feb. 19.“This event is so important,” said Master Sgt. Amanda
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